About this episode
Drop Your Buffs on Survivor AU & Survivor 50 Rob Cesternino welcomes Sean Ross and Evan Ross Katz from the Drop Your Buffs podcast to discuss Survivor 50 and the impact of Survivor AU: Versus the World. The trio explores the excitement surrounding the upcoming all-star season and how it compares to the recent international edition. The conversation delves into the casting choices for Survivor 50, with Sean and Evan sharing their thoughts on the mix of old-school and new-era players. They discuss the potential for pre-existing relationships to shape the game and debate whether the shortened 26-day format affects the overall Survivor experience. Rob, Sean, and Evan also consider how Survivor 50 might incorporate elements that made AU: Versus the World so compelling. Rob, Sean, and Evan discuss: – The impact of AU: Versus the World on expectations for Survivor 50 – Potential themes and formats for future seasons, including celebrity editions – The importance of endurance challenges and their role in creating memorable moments – How pre-existing relationships and returnee dynamics might play out in Survivor 50 – The pros and cons of themed seasons and their impact on viewer engagement As Survivor 50 approaches, the question remains: Will the anniversary season live up to the hype and deliver the epic gameplay fans are hoping for? Can it capture the magic that made AU: Versus the World such a critical darling? Chapters: 00:00 Survivor AU vs. World Impact 09:26 Appetite for Survivor 50 19:29 Challenges: Endurance vs. Puzzles 29:22 Celebrity Survivor Possibilities 38:32 Returning to Verité Filming 47:26 Themes: Necessary for Engagement? 57:13 Rob’s Traitors Experience 1:06:59 Dream Traitors Survivor Cast LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!